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This talk is about letting go of the things that no longer serve you so you can walk into your NEXT opportunity Brittany Roberts is an educator, leader, and advocate whose journey in education spans over a decade. A proud alumna of UNC Charlotte, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education, and she furthered her leadership path by earning a Master’s degree in School Administration & Leadership from North Carolina A\&T State University.Grounded by her unwavering faith and strengthened through the power of therapy, Brittany credits both as vital tools in navigating life’s challenges.Brittany is joyfully married to her husband, Justin, and treasures her role as a daughter to Angela Robertson and Clifford Atkinson, and a beloved bonus daughter to Mr. Michael and Shenell Thompson. Whether she’s pouring into her students, giving back to her community, or making memories with friends and family, Brittany lives life with intention, purpose, and love. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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